In 1997, Billy Graham spoke during his grandson Will Graham’s commencement at Liberty University. “He could have gone the easy route and told our assembled class that we were destined for greatness,” Will remembers. “But my grandfather … took a different path.” “I’m aware today that many of you are concerned about the future,” Billy …
HOPE FOR SPAIN’S LARGEST CITY Dear Friend, In a little over a week, I’ll be in Madrid, Spain, to preach the Gospel of Jesus Christ. This capital city is a mix of the ancient and the modern. Glass and steel skyscrapers tower over centuries-old brick and limestone buildings—including many churches. While the cobblestone streets …
?? On this week’s new episode of Fearless, Cissie Graham Lynch welcomes her childhood friend and current Samaritan’s Purse colleague, Gracie O’Loughlin, to share her story. Cissie vividly remembers Gracie’s transformation from popular party girl to a young woman sold-out for Christ. Gracie was determined to share the Gospel not only with everyone she met, …
This Mother’s Day, we honour the women who have spent thankless hours wiping noses, serving as chauffeur for extracurriculars, and making sure everyone stays warm and fed. It may often seem like your daily efforts go unnoticed, but God sees and knows every second of your sacrifice. What does His Word say about the value …
A BEACON OF HOPE ON THE GULF COAST Dear Friend, Miles of white sand beaches, calm water, historic lighthouses, and waving palm trees make the Gulf Coast of Mississippi a favourite getaway for many. As is often the case, however, the bright sun and party atmosphere mask the deep spiritual need of many across the …
A cluster of severe storms tore through the central United States recently, impacting communities in Wisconsin, Michigan, and Oklahoma. At least 14 tornadoes hit Wisconsin last week, where fierce winds and heavy rainfall flooded homes and business and caused widespread damage. The same system caused major flooding in Newaygo, Michigan. Thousands of residents in both …
“Does my life have purpose? How will I get through this? I feel so alone—is there any hope?” These are questions that real people around the world wrestle with, and many don’t know where to turn. That’s why the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association (BGEA) launched its internet evangelism ministry, Search for Jesus, 15 years ago today—to …
A BEACON OF HOPE ON THE GULF COAST Dear Friend, Miles of white sand beaches, calm water, historic lighthouses, and waving palm trees make the Gulf Coast of Mississippi a favourite getaway for many. As is often the case, however, the bright sun and party atmosphere mask the deep spiritual need of many across the …
? During a recent trip to Lima, Peru, for a Franklin Graham Festival, Cissie Graham Lynch sat down with Pastor Skip Heitzig of Calvary Church in Albuquerque, New Mexico, for an impromptu but refreshingly honest look at what makes a healthy church. They also discussed why pastors should always give an invitation to receive the Gospel, …
This week on her Fearless podcast, Cissie Graham Lynch is joined by her older brother, Edward Graham, for a timely conversation on Iran, Israel, and how to trust God in the midst of global crisis. Edward served 16 years in the U.S. Army before being called into ministry with Samaritan’s Purse. Together, the two take a look …
TO THE ENDS OF THE EARTH Dear Friend, I recently had the privilege of preaching the Gospel at “The End of the World”—literally. Several signs with this nickname are sprinkled across the world’s southernmost city of Ushuaia, Argentina. In this remote—often frozen—outpost, we held Esperanza (Hope) Ushuaia to tell residents that while they may feel …
? On this week’s new episode of her Fearless podcast, Cissie Graham Lynch reminds us that what we choose to consume is always shaping us. While recently celebrating the anniversary of her grandfather’s homegoing, Cissie came across a social media video of Billy Graham that shared the hope of eternal life in the face of grief. But …